Meet Our Leadership
SCOTT WONG
Founder and Master Coach
Scott Wong, the founder and master coach of Pacific Coast Volley, is known for his elite coaching and holistic player development. He not only leads PCVC, but also serves as head coach for Pepperdine University's nationally ranked women's team. Scott brings a unique perspective to the game from having played and coached at all levels, including the US National Teams.
Scott's coaching philosophy was shaped by guidance from esteemed mentors such as Marv Dunphy and Dave Shoji. Marv, considered as one of the best teachers of the game, not only coached Scott during his collegiate career but he also brought Scott on board to assist the Pepperdine Men’s team during the 2005-2009 seasons, in which the team won a national championship. Dave Shoji, whom for years held the title of the winningest coach in the history of NCAA volleyball, hired Scott for his ability to teach the game and bring a new perspective that was welcomed in Hawaii.
Originally from Hawaii, Scott has excelled not only in collegiate coaching but also in club coaching both in Hawaii and Thousand Oaks. He has a knack for capturing his players' attention and identifying their strengths to foster their growth. While winning medals isn't his sole focus, Scott has led his youth teams to multiple medals at qualifier events and achieved success at the United States Junior Nationals, including a Bronze medal in 2023 with his 12 and under team.
In his leisure time, the Conejo Valley resident enjoys spending quality time with his family—wife Tamar, who teaches English, daughter Elyse, who loves the family sport of volleyball, son Dylan, who loves shooting hoops, and energetic ausie-doodle, Ollie, who loves playing fetch.
Isabel Zelaya
Club Director
A graduate of Pepperdine University with a Master’s degree in Business, Isabel combines her academic success with an elite volleyball career to bring a wealth of experience to the club volleyball scene. With a passion for giving back to the sport that helped shape her, Isabel’s volleyball journey began in Texas, where she grew up in a highly athletic family. Her mom and older sister both competed at the NCAA Division I level in volleyball, and her dad was a Division I javelin thrower who held the Chilean national record for over 15 years. Being surrounded by high-level athletics from a young age helped instill a strong love for the game and a standard of excellence that continues to guide her today.
During her career at Pepperdine, Isabel left a lasting legacy as one of the program’s most accomplished setters. She finished as the 2nd highest all-time assist leader in Pepperdine history, earned WCC Setter of the Year honors in 2023, and was a 4-time All-WCC First Team. She also helped lead the Waves to four NCAA Tournament appearances. A respected leader, Isabel served as a four-year team captain, exemplifying consistency, leadership, and accountability both on and off the court. Prior to college, Isabel was a standout at Concordia Lutheran High School, where she remains the all-time assist leader and earned PrepVolleyball All-American honors all four seasons.
With her unwavering dedication and love for the game, Isabel is committed to developing and inspiring the next generation of volleyball athletes.
Julie Bennett
Director of Youth Development
With over 15 years of coaching experience, Julie has coached the youngest of beginners to the collegiate level. For the past 4 years, she has been coaching the girls indoor and beach programs to success at Oaks Christian. The past 2 season the Oaks varsity girls were CIF SS runner ups, as well as went 20-0 in Marmonte league matches; and in beach were semi finalists in the inaugural year of CIF playoffs. Prior to Oaks, Julie was the assistant coach for the women’s team at Pepperdine, overseeing recruiting, team defense, and extensive work with outsides and Liberos. Julie has also coached at Pacifica Christian where she was coach of the year to her CIF SS championship team in 2013. She’s also coached at various clubs including: Actyve, Sports Academy (as the Director in its inaugural year), and Sports Shack.
As a student athlete, Julie is a an alum of Oaks Christian followed by Pepperdine. There she was an all-American, 4-time all WCC selection (1st team for 3 years), a top 10 Division 1 finalists for the 2009 NCAA Woman of the Year Award, and a recent inductee into the Hall of Fame. After Pepperdine, she spent time training with team USA, half a season in competitive Azerbaijan, and 3 seasons in Puerto Rico.
She is excited to bring her experiences, knowledge, and passion for volleyball to this club! Julie is most looking forward to mentoring the girls, teaching this technical sport, and inspiring the athletes to want to be and do their best!
Riley Matsuno
Recruiting Coordinator & Development
Riley Matsuno is from Raleigh, North Carolina, where she played volleyball at North Raleigh Christian Academy. A decorated setter, she led her team to five NCISAA 4A State Championships and earned back-to-back North Carolina Gatorade Volleyball Player of the Year honors in 2021 and 2022. Nationally ranked as a top-30 recruit in her class and the #3 setter, Riley began her collegiate career at the University of Missouri before transferring to TCU. While at TCU, she made an impact both on the court and within the campus community, earning the 2024 Bob Lilly FCA Student-Athlete of the Year award for her leadership and character. She graduated in May 2025 with a degree in Communication and a minor in Religion.
In her role as Recruiting Coordinator at Pacific Coast Volleyball Club, Riley specializes in guiding athletes and families through the collegiate recruiting process. She works closely with PCVC coaches and college programs to help players identify opportunities, communicate effectively with college coaches, and navigate each stage of recruitment. In addition to her recruiting responsibilities, Riley serves as head coach for the 12s team and assists with PCVC training programs and events. She is passionate about building strong character, meaningful relationships, and a culture that values both competitive excellence and personal growth.
Riley is married to Pepperdine Associate Head Tennis Coach Kazuki Matsuno. She enjoys playing beach volleyball, mentoring student-athletes, and finding creative ways to connect faith, leadership, and sport.
Interested in Coaching for PCVC?
We are always looking for passionate individuals who are dedicated to fostering the growth and development of our athletes. At PCVC, we value hardworking coaches who see themselves as mentors and are eager to learn and embrace our coaching philosophy. If you are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young athletes and willing to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!
Careers@pacificcoastvolley.com